Natural Awakenings Space & Treasure Coast Florida - February 2024 Cardiovascular Wellness Begins in the Mouth, The Magic of Hugs, Plant-Based Milk Alternatives, Homeopathy for Athletes and much more! The 'Tea' on Stress “Ashwagandha is life” is my new catch phrase. I’m exaggerating somewhat, but I am a fan. During a conversation with my Functional and Integrative doctor, she suggested this adaptogen as an option that helps mitigate stress and Read More » Release Blockages with Quantum Sound Therapy Biophysicist Dr. Colin W. F. McClare discovered that frequencies and vibrations are much more effective in relaying information to both the brain and body than physical signals, such as hormones, neurotransmitters, and other growth factors. Read More » Card Readings by Melinda Offer Insight Melinda has been reading cards for over 35 years, specializing in Numerology and Astrology. She reads from a regular deck of “playing” cards. Her readings help clients gain insight with life decisions. Read More » Anniversary Celebration at Yoga Shala & Wellness Center Sharon Lacy, Level Two Bikram Yoga Teacher and owner of Yoga Shala & Wellness Center, is excited to announce their 3-year anniversary celebration on Saturday, February 3. Read More » Brevard Humane Society’s Mardi Gras Paws in The Park Brevard Humane Society pleased to announce its 18th annual Mardi Gras Paws in the Park on Sunday, February 25, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Riverside Park in Historic Cocoa Village. Read More » Conversations with Thoth Workshop in Vero Beach Pat Heydlauff, renowned thought leader, Feng Shui expert, and author of Looking Within is pleased to offer the workshop: Conversations with Thoth: Your Pathway to Wisdom, Truth and Unconditional Love on Saturday, February 10 from 1 to 3 p.m. Read More » Early Bird Pricing for 2024 Natural Living Directory The 2024 Natural Living Directory will hit the streets in April and is an issue readers will want to keep year-round. Read More » Essential Oils Class in Melbourne Wellness Advocate, Alisha Connor will be teaching a class with 100% pure Essential Oils on Thursday. February 22, from 6 to 8 p.m., focusing on the frequencies of the body’s organ and how they can be raised with essential oils for optimal wellness. Read More » Halotherapy and Wellness Renewal Studio Now Open in Cocoa Ellen Burts-Cooper, Ph.D., owner of Halotherapy and Wellness Renewal Studio, is excited to offer a wide array of wellness therapies designed to support self-care, stress management, mindfulness and overall wellness. Read More » Micro Acupuncture 48 for Eye Health Available at Health For Life Health For Life, a medical clinic in Cocoa Beach, Florida, is accepting new patients. Renowned for specializing in Micro Acupuncture 48, the clinic offers a non-invasive approach to treating eye and vision conditions. Read More » New Weekly Crystal Bowl Meditation at Aquarian Dreams Aquarian Dreams is please to host Crystal Bowl Meditation with Marilyn Diaz on Thursdays at 4 p.m. Read More » Transform Stress Avoidance into Stress Appreciation Harmony Neurofeedback is pleased to offer Brain Training with NeurOptimal neurofeedback and vagus nerve training. “Brain training is a simple and enjoyable way to build resilience and flexibility to life's stressors and shift the stress response,” says owner and trainer Marly Jones. Read More » Wedding Expo in Vero Beach Unity Spiritual Center of Vero Beach will be hosting a Wedding Expo produced by its affiliate ministry Weddings & More on March 10 from 2 to 5 p.m. Read More » Oral Health Tips to Prevent Heart Disease: How Regular Trips to the Dentist Can Save a Life Prevention measures can keep gum disease and sleep apnea from leading to cardiovascular consequences. Read More » Mimi Guarneri on Treating the Heart With Love Dr. Mimi Guarneri shares how a holistic view on heart health can have profound impacts on the patient. Read More » Plant-Based Milk Alternatives: Benefits for People and the Planet While plant-based milks have historically played second fiddle to other dairy alternatives, but not anymore. Touting sustainability benefits, a creamy texture and pleasing flavors, soy, oat, almond, cashew and even macadamia nut milks are having their moment. Read More » No-Bake Pumpkin Dairy-Free Cheesecake No-bake and dairy-free, now you can have your cheesecake and eat it too. Read More » Chef AJ’s Caramel Blondies This non-dairy treat incorporates sweet potato, oats, dates, shredded coconut and banana for a healthy twist. Read More » Chef AJ’s Popeye’s Perfection This non-dairy smoothie contains spinach to power your day. Read More » The Magic of Hugs Through the ages, various substances and lifestyle changes have been touted as panaceas, but even in our modern world there is one unexpected soul-elixir that might rival the others—the human hug. Read More » Lowering Our Battery Footprint: A Look at Personal Strategies and Emerging Technologies Americans buy and discard about 3 billion lithium-ion and alkaline batteries annually. While single-use batteries significantly tax the environment, advancements in production, lifespan and recycling can lead to a greener future. Read More » Homeopathy for Athletes: Remedies to Address Common Sports Challenges Accidents and injuries are bound to happen, and this is where homeopathy can shine. Some world-class athletes recognize that homeopathic medicines speed healing and get them back in training quickly, and without troublesome side effects. Read More » Mindful Breathwork: Managing Stress and Heart Health Stressors can lead to high blood pressure, inflammation and increased cardiovascular events. Breathwork is an effective mind-body practice to balance the nervous system and instill calm and contribute to maintaining homeostasis in the body. Read More » Helping America’s Kids Eat Better: How Three Women are Leading the Movement The foods and drinks kids consume have tremendous impact on their overall health. a healthy lifestyle from infancy to adulthood helps people maintain good health and reduce the risk of chronic diseases. Read More » Love on a Leash: Mutual Benefits of Walking the Dog Dog walking can bring vitality and other benefits to those on both ends of the leash. Dogs offer a source of comfort and emotional support. In return, humans create a sense of security and happiness. Read More » Drug May Improve Heart Health in the Obese Semiglutide may be associated with heart health improvement, lowering risk of fatal and nonfatal heart attacks and strokes Read More » Hemp Products May Be Harmful to Children Some CBD products may concentrate the delta-8 THC in manufacturing to levels nearing the potency of marijuana-derived delta-9 THC. Read More » Exercise is Good for Cholesterol A new study has uncovered details as to why exercise is beneficial for heart health and blood lipid levels at any age. Read More » Citrus for Heart Health A common flavanone called hesperidin found in citrus fruit may help protect against heart disease. Read More » New Sickle Cell Treatment Approved The first gene editing treatment for Sickle Cell uses new technology to modify a gene involved in red blood cell shape and function. Read More » Ammonia-Powered Engine Engines powered by ammonia are said to be able to produce 161 horsepower with a 90 percent reduction in carbon emissions compared to conventional fuels. Read More » Extinct Mole Rediscovered A blind mole thought to have been extinct since 1936 was found in the sand dunes of South Africa. Read More » Climate Change Leads to More Rabid Bat Exposure A recent study links climate change to the spread of bat-borne diseases. Read More » Dots to Light Up Televisions and Tumors Breakthroughs with quantum dots have opened up potential applications for various fields, including medicine and technology. Read More » Respiratory Illness in Dogs Sweeps the Nation A respiratory illness with an unknown cause is affecting dogs across the United States. Read More » Growing Hydroponic Produce at Home Hydroponics, a method of gardening that does not use soil, is a fun, easy and eco-friendly way to grow fresh produce all year round. Read More » In-Print